Freezing Rain Forecast for Montreal
The freezing rain is expected after several relatively mild days to start the week. Environment Canada has issued a special weather statement, warning that up to 30 millimetres of freezing rain could fall over 24 hours from Wednesday to Thursday.
This weather event is anticipated to disrupt transportation and potentially damage trees and power lines across various regions. The affected areas include Greater Montreal, Montérégie, Outaouais, Laurentians, Lanaudière, Mauricie, Centre-du-Québec, and the Quebec City region.
Authorities are urging residents to consider delaying or cancelling non-essential travel during the storm. A spokesperson from Environment Canada stated, “A potentially critical freezing rain situation is forecast.” This warning highlights the seriousness of the impending weather conditions.
As the storm approaches, temperatures are expected to remain cold in the days following the freezing rain, complicating recovery efforts. The forecast indicates a high of 14 Celsius for Monday, with mainly cloudy skies, followed by a high of 12 Celsius on Tuesday. However, temperatures are projected to drop to around 0 Celsius by Tuesday night.
By Wednesday, temperatures will hover near the freezing mark, which will contribute to the transition of precipitation into freezing rain. Following the storm, overnight lows could reach as low as -12 Celsius on Thursday, further impacting the situation.
Residents are advised to stay informed about the latest weather updates and to prepare for potential disruptions caused by the freezing rain. Details remain unconfirmed regarding the extent of the damage that may occur, but officials are monitoring the situation closely.
